Mrs. Gladys Bernard

Gladys was born on June 8, 1932 in Charleston, SC to the late Ambrose Bazzel and the late Lila Valentine Brazzel.

Gladys was proceeded in death by her Husband of 53 years, Wilford Leon Bernard.

Gladys was a staple in the community of Hanahan. She was a charter member of Portside Baptist Church. She loved children and has helped raised many more than just her own. She was active with the Hanahan recreation department for many years! Once her children grew up, she and her husband owned We Care Daycare. Her love for the Lord, children, the Atlanta Braves, and football is what will carry on her legacy for many years to come.

Gladys is survived by her daughters Brenda Eezzell, Carol Matthews, and Sandra Wyman. As well as many grandchildren, great grandchildren, friends and family.

The family invites friends to visit on Thursday, January 2, 2020 from 11:00am until 12:00am at Portside Baptist Church located at 1179 Remount Rd, North Charleston, SC 29406. The funeral service will follow immediately in the church sanctuary at 12:00pm. Entombment will be at Carolina Memorial Park, Funerals & Cremation located at 7113 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406. 843-797-2222

In lieu of flowers the family asks for donations to Portside Baptist Church, the National Kidney Foundation or Susan G. Komen for the Cure.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared and viewed at www.carolinamemorial.com